Product Overview
The Cisco STACK-T1-3M is a 3-meter StackWise-480 stacking cable
designed for Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series switches. This cable
enables flexible, high-bandwidth switch stacking with up to 480
Gbps stack bandwidth, providing seamless redundancy, centralized
management, and scalable networking across longer distances such as
different rack sections or enclosures.
Product Description
The Cisco STACK-T1-3M extends StackWise-480 connectivity up to 3
meters, making it the ideal solution when Catalyst 9300 switches
are not positioned directly adjacent—such as stacking across racks
or between rooms. It enables switches to function as a single
logical unit, allowing centralized configuration, software
upgrades, and unified control. The cable supports hot-swapping and
is fully compatible with the StackWise-480 technology used in the
Catalyst 9300 Series. With up to eight switches per stack, the
STACK-T1-3M is essential for large, distributed enterprise switch
deployments that demand flexibility and high availability.
Key Features
3-meter high-speed StackWise-480 cable
Supports up to 480 Gbps stacking bandwidth
Designed for Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series switches
Ideal for inter-rack or remote closet stacking
Hot-swappable and plug-and-play
Enables redundancy, load balancing, and single management plane
Supports up to 8 switches in a stack
Durable construction for reliability in structured cabling
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|
| Model | STACK-T1-3M |
| Cable Length | 3 meters |
| Stack Bandwidth | Up to 480 Gbps |
| Stack Technology | Cisco StackWise-480 |
| Connector Type | Cisco proprietary StackWise-T1 |
| Hot Swappable | Yes |
| Stack Limit | Up to 8 Catalyst 9300 switches |
| Compatibility | Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series only |
| Use Case | Distant switch stacking across racks |
Compatible Switch Models
| Cisco Catalyst 9300 Model | STACK-T1-3M Compatible | Notes |
|---|
| C9300-24T-E | Yes | Ideal for spaced switch deployments |
| C9300-48P-A | Yes | Supports PoE switch stacking |
| C9300-24UX-E | Yes | Best for high-speed mGig scenarios |
| C9300-48S-E | Yes | Fiber-rich access layers |
| C9300L Series | No | Uses StackWise-80, not compatible |
Comparison with Other StackWise Cables
| Cable Model | Length | Stack Technology | Use Case |
|---|
| STACK-T1-50CM | 0.5 m | StackWise-480 | Side-by-side switch stacking |
| STACK-T1-1M | 1 m | StackWise-480 | Stacking within the same rack |
| STACK-T1-3M | 3 m | StackWise-480 | Cross-rack or distant closet stacking |
